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The US Sun

ONE Costco customer was forced to leave her items behind after a membership card mishap. A Reddit user saw every moment of the incident - down to the moment when the woman left her cart. At Costco self-checkout, a woman next to the Reddit user was attempting to pay for...

Raging Costco shopper leaves cart as store denies checkout over member card policy – manager says they’re blackballed

The Independent

 Americans are gathering today to celebrate Independence Day, with customary July 4 barbecues, picnics, town parades and fireworks displays.While most major restaurants, grocery and retail stores will remain open, banks and post offices will shut their doors.Here’s what you need to know about what’s open and closed this July 4:Grocery storesWalmart and Target will remain open, however, it’s best to check the opening times of your local store as hours may vary by each location for the holiday.Other grocery stores such as Publix, Whole Foods, and Winn-Dixie are expected to also remain open on Independence Day, yet some hours...

July 4: What stores are open and closed on Independence Day?

The Mirror US

Bargain hunters are delighted after a new option became available that means they can now shop at heavily discounted warehouse Costco without buying a membership

Little-known hack that lets you shop at Costco without a membership

Virginia State

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Margaret Minnicks

WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

Weaverville, CA

A WALMART shopper has vowed to avoid the retail giant after a recent nightmare experience with an employee. After paying for items at the self-checkout, Teresa Hampton claimed she was followed outside and was asked to show her receipt several times. “Went to Walmart in Weaverville today scanned all my stuff through the self-check the […]

Walmart shopper vows ‘never’ again after she’s chased into parking lot for receipt check – store has gone ‘to the dogs’

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For those of us who can't turn down a trip to Costco.

Will Costco Be Open on the Fourth of July? Here's What to Know.

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JMA MEDIA

Cierra Johannes posted on Facebook that her kids will only wear Cat & Jack from now on. Cat & Jack is a Target brand clothing line that is popular among shoppers. It was founded in 2016 and is now one of Target's top-selling private label brands, according to Business Insider.

Target's Cat & Jack Returns: A Parent's Money-Saving Hack or Loophole?

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

It's the Fourth of July and although it seems like summer just began, it's already halfway over. Before you know it, it'll be Labor Day and the kids will be back in school. With that in mind, make the most of the holiday by doing some fun July Fourth activities like seeing fireworks, having a cookout or kicking back with an umbrella drink on a lounge chair.

Is Home Depot open on July 4th? What to know on 2024 hours

Georgia State

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Over the last few weeks, several individuals appeared before Judge Dwayne Gillis and entered guilty pleas on felony charges in the Superior Court of Coffee County. The majority of the defendants received probation, while some will soon be transported to a Georgia prison to serve their sentences. Among the twenty-one cases, ten of the defendants faced felony drug charges.

More than 20 Individuals Plead Guilty and Sentenced on Felony Charges in Coffee County

BJ's Wholesale Club store hours for the Fourth July 2024 holiday have been announced. Unlike Costco, which will be closed, BJ's will welcome shoppers looking to stock up on summer essentials like burgers and lemonade. The store remains a popular choice for those preparing for holiday celebrations. BJ's Wholesale Club...

BJ's Wholesale Club Store Hours Announced for Fourth of July 2024 Holiday

PYMNTS

As aggregators compete to win the spending of financially struggling consumers, more players in the space are expanding their acceptance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) payments. Target-owned same-day delivery aggregator Shipt, for instance, recently said it has begun accepting these benefits on its marketplace, reaching...

Aggregators Expand SNAP EBT Acceptance to Woo Paycheck-to-Paycheck Shoppers

North Carolina State

Town Talks

A Raleigh suburb is the safest town in North Carolina, a new report finds. Fuquay-Varina ranks No. 1 on a list of smaller cities boasting lower crime rates and a lower financial toll on residents, according to results published by Moneygeek.

The safest place to live in North Carolina? This ranks as the state’s No. 1 town

Wayfair Is Selling a 'Perfect' Patio Set That Looks So Much Like a Pottery Barn Style That's Over 6x the Price

CBS News

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  The 4th of July is almost here, but July 4th sales and deals at some of the biggest retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Samsung and LG are already live. Before you heat up the grill and choose your fireworks viewing spot, scroll down to see all the hot deals happening for the 4th of July. What are the best 4th of July 2024 sales?July 4th is a terrific...

All the best 4th of July sales you can shop right now

Burlington County, NJ

Pablo Estrada, 27, laundered proceeds from a mail fraud scheme, including lottery scams. Florence, NJ – Pablo Estrada, 27, of Burlington County, was sentenced to 33 months in prison for his role in laundering over $4 million obtained from various scams. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the sentencing today.

Burlington Man's $4M Money Laundering Scheme: 33-Month Sentence

Declutterbuzz

Why Depression Can Impact A Cluttered Home & Cluttered Mind sets out to explain the possible connection between depression and clutter. Scientists that study depression have found a link to depression playing a role in some folks.

Why Depression Can Impact A Cluttered Home & Cluttered Mind

New York Post

Restaurant pros are spilling the tea — on their rudest customers.

Surprisingly, how patrons treat waitstaff doesn’t top the list of bad behaviors — but rather, how guests behave towards the eatery’s host.

“I don’t expect people to have an in-depth knowledge of how a restaurant operates — and the host, the maître d’, is kind of like the conductor of a big symphony, and people aren’t privy to that,” Patrick Murphy, the director of hospitality and partner at Colorado restaurants Rootstalk and Radicato, told HuffPost.

Patrons often make the mistake of thinking the host as “the low man on the totem pole,” when really, they are orchestrate...

Restaurant workers call out  ‘rude’ customer behavior with surprising list of pet peeves: ‘We are people, too’

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

HIGH POINT — Even if they’re not positioning them as sales, some everyday low-price retailers are making sure they’ve got some fireworks for the July 4th holiday period. Top 100 American Furniture Warehouse doesn’t have sales, but owner Jake Jabs said the Englewood, Colo.-based retailer will adorn its stores in red, white and blue banners and will have extended hours, going from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Everyday low-price retailers add fireworks to July 4 plans

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N.J. winery to run with its revolutionary cookout idea for a 2nd straight year

Unionville Vineyards in Ringoes, New Jersey, last year introduced The Great American Vineyard Cookout. For years, general manager John Cifelli said, they eschewed...

N.J. winery to run with its revolutionary cookout idea for a 2nd straight year

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